The Federal Bureau of Investigation has taken over the investigation into the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, with support from Immigration and Customs Enforcement, according to a spokesperson for the Department of Homeland Security.
The case was previously led by ICE’s Homeland Security Investigations unit. Law enforcement experts questioned the initial decision to place HSI in charge, noting that the agency is not typically responsible for officer-involved shooting investigations.
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Such cases usually require specialized forensic, ballistic, and video analysis capabilities.
A government report sent to Congress said two U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents discharged their weapons during the incident. The report did not state that Pretti reached for a firearm.
A federal law enforcement official told CBS News that the agents involved have been placed on administrative leave, which is standard procedure during an active investigation.
The FBI declined immediate comment as the inquiry continues.
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